YarnUp 6: Tristan Field
13 November 2023
As part of this discussion, Elisa-Jane describes her profound connection to Country and Culture, the power of Kinship bonds, and offers sage advice to anyone thinking about approaching Community.
Volunteer Stories
Volunteer Recognition in the Mid North Coast
11 August 2023
We spoke with Mayor Stephen Allan about community spirit and the importance of volunteer recognition in the Mid North Coast region.
#NSVW Student Volunteer: Meet Afra Azzahra
27 July 2023
We had the pleasure of chatting with Afra Azzahra, a student with extensive volunteer experience across a range of community and humanitarian programs and organisations.
YarnUp 4: Coral Lever
12 July 2023
During this generous account of her life, Coral talks us through some of her formative years, and how she embarked on starting, building, and growing her grassroots organisation, all while raising a handful of kids during a global pandemic.
Now Live: Two New Podcast Series
12 July 2023
The Centre for Volunteering announces "The Voice of Volunteering" channel ahead of two new podcast series on volunteering.
YarnUp 3: Uncle Ydo
24 May 2023
Community leader and activist, Uncle Ydo, shares his story in Chapter 3 of the YarnUp storytelling series.
YarnUp 2: Brendan Williams
19 April 2023
Rugby star and Githabul man, Brendan Williams, shares his story and passion for volunteering in Chapter 2 of the YarnUp storytelling series.
YarnUp 1: Timothy Gray
17 March 2023
We are delighted to kickstart this proud partnership with a wonderful interview with Gumbayngirr/Wiradjuri/Bidjigal man, Timothy Gray.
International Women’s Day 2023
8 March 2023
This International Women’s Day, we’re choosing to amplify and recognise the diversity of incredible community leaders across the state.
Share to Care Chapter 1: Graham Toomey
6 March 2023
Meet Graham Toomey, a leading artist and champion of his community, in this first episode of the Share to Care series.
Celebrating Harmony Week: A look at Diversity in NSW Volunteering.
21 March 2022
Abla Tohamy Kadous is a shining example for volunteers in NSW through her advocacy for Islamic women. Leaving Egypt to move to Australia in the 1960s, Abla knows what it’s like to set up life in a foreign land, and navigate the social, cultural and religious challenges it can bring. She began her volunteering 35...
2021 Volunteer Award Stories
1 October 2021
about regional: ‘To see the smiles on children’s faces is priceless’: John Rodd named Riverina’s Club Volunteer of the Year PRIME7: Wildlife warrior St George & Sutherland Shire Leader: Volunteers of St George and Sutherland Shire are honoured as NSW’s best about regional: Love of heritage fuels Marie Kennedy’s award-winning volunteer spirit at Riversdale CBR...